Printmaking

The printmaking program offers students the opportunity for concentrated study through studio work in relief, intaglio, lithography, silkscreen, letterpress printing, hand papermaking, and book arts. Students learn both traditional printmaking skills and new technologies that combine digital applications and mixed media.

As a student of printmaking, you will acquire a broad range of printmaking knowledge before deciding on an individual artistic specialization.

As a printmaking student you have the opportunity to print with master printmakers and artists as part of our vibrant visiting artist program within Lake Effect Editions, our newly formed press. Each year we invite three to five professional printmakers to join us for a short-term residency, where they work closely with students and faculty to create a project. Students work side-by-side with the artist to create editions, print installations, sculptures, and collaborations. Additionally, as a member of our student-run print club, Graphic Arts League, you can participate in numerous events, field trips, and demonstrations related to printmaking.

Printmaking students and faculty recently participated in Carving Through Borders, a steamroller printmaking event in San Francisco and exhibition/panel discussion in Syracuse. These collaborative events explored the experience of immigration through the lenses of activist artistic expression and policy discussion. Watch our videos to learn more.